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Pierluigi Paganini@Security Affairs
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Jeffrey Bowie, the CEO of cybersecurity firm Veritaco, has been arrested and charged with two counts of violating Oklahoma's Computer Crimes Act. The charges stem from an incident on August 6, 2024, where Bowie allegedly installed malware on employee computers at St. Anthony Hospital in Oklahoma City. Security footage captured Bowie accessing multiple offices within the hospital before installing the malicious software, which was designed to capture screenshots every 20 minutes and transmit them to an external IP address.
Following the discovery of the unauthorized installation by a vigilant hospital employee, St. Anthony Hospital conducted a forensic review confirming the presence of malware. When confronted, Bowie claimed he needed to use the computer for a family member undergoing surgery, but authorities found his explanation unconvincing. SSM Health, the hospital's parent organization, issued a statement assuring the public that immediate action was taken and that no patient information was compromised due to the security measures in place. The hospital has since increased monitoring and employee training to further protect their systems.
Bowie's arrest has sent shockwaves through the cybersecurity community, particularly given his position as the head of a firm specializing in protecting businesses from cyber threats. Veritaco, described on Bowie's LinkedIn profile as a company focused on "cybersecurity, digital forensics, and private intelligence," employed between two and ten individuals. The incident underscores the potential for insider threats, even from individuals entrusted with security responsibilities, and has led to renewed calls for robust internal controls and employee vigilance.
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Following the discovery of the unauthorized installation by a vigilant hospital employee, St. Anthony Hospital conducted a forensic review confirming the presence of malware. When confronted, Bowie claimed he needed to use the computer for a family member undergoing surgery, but authorities found his explanation unconvincing. SSM Health, the hospital's parent organization, issued a statement assuring the public that immediate action was taken and that no patient information was compromised due to the security measures in place. The hospital has since increased monitoring and employee training to further protect their systems.
Bowie's arrest has sent shockwaves through the cybersecurity community, particularly given his position as the head of a firm specializing in protecting businesses from cyber threats. Veritaco, described on Bowie's LinkedIn profile as a company focused on "cybersecurity, digital forensics, and private intelligence," employed between two and ten individuals. The incident underscores the potential for insider threats, even from individuals entrusted with security responsibilities, and has led to renewed calls for robust internal controls and employee vigilance.
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- Cyber Security News: Cyber Security Company CEO Arrested for Installing Malware Onto Hospital Computers
- gbhackers.com: Jeffrey Bowie, the CEO of a local cybersecurity firm, has been arrested for allegedly planting malware on computers at SSM St. Anthony Hospital.
- buherator's timeline: Cybersecurity News - CEO of cybersecurity firm charged with installing malware on hospital systems 🤦
- securityaffairs.com: Veritaco CEO Jeffrey Bowie faces charges for allegedly installing malware on hospital computers, violating Oklahoma’s Computer Crimes Act.
- Talkback Resources: Veritaco CEO Jeffrey Bowie arrested for allegedly installing malware on hospital computers in violation of Oklahoma's Computer Crimes Act.
- cybersecuritynews.com: Jeffrey Bowie, the CEO of a cybersecurity firm Veritaco, is facing two counts of violating Oklahoma’s Computer Crimes Act for allegedly infecting employee computers at the Oklahoma City St. Anthony Hospital.
- The Register - Security: Cybersecurity CEO accused of running malware on hospital PC blabs about it on LinkedIn
Classification:
- HashTags: #InsiderThreat #Cybercrime #Healthcare
- Company: Veritaco
- Target: St. Anthony Hospital
- Attacker: Veritaco CEO
- Feature: Malware Installation
- Type: Malware
- Severity: Major